Simplex Trading

Simplex Trading Portfolio holdings

AUM $3.72B
1-Year Est. Return 0.6%
 

Simplex Trading, founded in 2004 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, is a technology-driven proprietary trading firm specializing in market-making and liquidity provision, primarily in U.S. equity options and futures options. Leveraging advanced proprietary software and data-driven analysis, the firm optimizes trading strategies and develops innovative solutions to capitalize on financial market opportunities, maintaining a competitive edge through automation and a collaborative team of technologists and traders. With a workforce exceeding 300 and led by CEO Erik Swanson since 2014, Simplex operates with a low-ego, high-intelligence culture, focusing on minimal bureaucracy and rapid execution, while also making strategic venture capital investments in fintech startups. Recognized as a top workplace in Chicago by Built In’s 2025 awards, Simplex continues to evolve, blending cutting-edge technology with a commitment to market efficiency and growth.

This Quarter Est. Return
1 Year Est. Return
+0.6%
3 Year Est. Return
5 Year Est. Return
10 Year Est. Return
AUM
$2.73B
AUM Growth
+$372M
Cap. Flow
Cap. Flow %
Top 10 Hldgs %
Holding
4,635
New
Increased
Reduced
Closed

Top Buys

1 +$107M
2 +$65.8M
3 +$61.6M
4
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Apple
AAPL
+$51.2M
5
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iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF
TLT
+$50.9M

Top Sells

1 +$25.2M
2 +$24.1M
3 +$22.2M
4
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Snowflake
SNOW
+$17.4M
5
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Advanced Micro Devices
AMD
+$17.2M

Sector Composition

1 Technology 20.43%
2 Consumer Discretionary 15%
3 Healthcare 10.21%
4 Financials 8.16%
5 Communication Services 6.81%
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